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1 “My father used to say that it’s never too late to do anything you wanted to do.” — Michael Jordan rfntbffn rfntrbnnrt rfntf rrnnrrfntb nnf rfrfntbn nnfrr rfntb ‘‘’ “ ” “’ • rfrf nffr June 15, 2023 DOWN FOR 100 DAYSNavy veteran’s underwater stay inspires | P. 9MASSIVE DISCREPANCIES RAMPING UP HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!

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5 I said. ISLAMORADA CHOOSES ISLAND DISPOSAL COMPANY AS NEXT TRASH HAULERCONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS UNDERWAYJIM McCARTHY M nier. COMMISSIONERS MULL TAVERNIER DEVELOPMENT Property where the former concrete plant once operated in Tavernier. DAVID GROSS/Keys WeeklyDEVELOPERS SLIGHTLY REVISED PROPOSAL FOR GROCERY STOREJIM McCARTHY

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6 ‘WOOF’ THE WAITISLAMORADA COMMUNITY CUTS RIBBON ON REVAMPED DOG PARKF 1. Local dog owners gather with Is revamped dog park at Founders Park on June 6. ZACK WOLTANSKI/Keys Weekly. 2. Dogs and their owners can stay cool at the shaded water station. MARIA BAGIOTTI/ Contributed. 3. Dodger enjoys a hot day at the water station at Founders Park’s newly-renovated dog park. JIM McCARTHY/ Keys Weekly. 4. From left, Founders Park and Anne Onsgard attend the ribboncutting ceremony. ZACK WOLTANSKI/Keys Weekly 1 2 3 4I RAMPING UP A KEYS COLLABORATIONBUSINESSES & SHERIFF’S OFFICE HELP KEY LARGO WOMAN’S HOME ACCESS JIM McCARTHY Key Largo resident Glenda Scott greets CBT Construction contractors who visited to craft a plan for a new ramp. CONTRIBUTED CBT Construction workers prepare to in stall the new ramp to Glenda Scott’s home. teamed up with CBT Construction to con struct a new ramp for Glenda Scott.

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8 SMOOTH TRAVELFDOT PROJECT AIMS TO IMPROVE SAFETY AND TRAFFIC FLOWA KELLIE BUTLER FARRELL Contractors with the Florida Department of Transportation install a of the Tradewinds Plaza in Key Largo. The camera is part of the FDOT pilot program to monitor and share road conditions throughout the island chain. CONTRIBUTED Contractors with the Florida Department of Transportation install a road side unit sensor (RSU) and camera along Truman Avenue and North Roosevelt Boulevard in Key West. This is part of a new FDOT safety improvement pilot project. COUNTY RESPONDS TO AUDIT ONGOING LEGAL PROCEEDINGS continued from page 4Visit keysweekly.com for the full story.

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9 100 DAYS UNDERWATERNAVY VETERAN SURFACES HOLDING A WORLD RECORD & CRUCIAL RESEARCHT Dituri said. sunset.” 1. Joseph Dituri looks up to the sun as he surfaces from a 100-day stay at Jules’ Lodge in Key Largo on June 9. ANDY NEWMAN/Florida Keys News Bureau. 2. ExNavy veteran and University of South Florida professor Joseph Dituri embraces his team after successfully completing a 100-day stay beneath the depths at Jules’ Lodge. ZACK WOLTANSKI/Keys Weekly. 3. Dituri receives an aquanauts cer100 on June 9. 5. During his underwater stay, Dituri held numerous video confer ences with students attending MarineLab. JIM McCARTHY/Keys Weekly 1 2 3 4 5

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10 A DAY FOR THET — Keys Weekly staff reportHERE’S TO THE JOKESTERS AND THE MOTIVATORSMICHAEL “MJ” ED Father of Kennedy and Brooklyn Florida Keys Windows Best advice you’ve ever gotten from any dad? Proudest dad moment thus far? been putting off for the longest and why? MATT TURK Father of Matthew and Emma Contractor with CBT Construction Best advice you’ve ever gotten from any dad? Proudest dad moment thus far? Mat ting off for the longest and why? DADS

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11 FLORIDA KEYS HISTORYBRIDGING THE GAPSFLAGLER’S SOUTHERNMOST ARRIVAL BY RAIL DIDN’T MARK THE END OF CONSTRUCTIONT Railroad motorcar on Long Key Viaduct in 1926. C.L. MATLACK/Florida Keys History Center is an author, speaker, Florida Keys historian and Honorary Conch. His latest book, “Florida Keys History with Brad Bertelli, Volume 1,” shares fascinating glimpses into the rich and sometimes surprising histories of the Florida Keys. BRAD BERTELLI

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12 S FOR THE FIRST-TIME FATHERSCHERISH EACH MOMENT BEFORE YOUR KID WANTS THE KEYS TO YOUR CAR Lucas McCarthy turned 8 months on June 4. CONTRIBUTED serves as editor of the Upper Keys Weekly. A Tavernier resident, he believes in community reporting, giving back and life on the waters. JIM McCARTHY 10. 9. 7. 6. 3. 1. A THINGS DAD REALLY WANTS FOR FATHER’S DAY S

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13 www.upperkeyslax.comTHANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SEASON SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS CBT Construction Houston Insurance Agency Bill Ryan Bail Bonds Native Construction Webb Bros. Construction Coconut Cove Resort & Marina FL Keys Brewing Company BRONZE SPONSORSMassey-Richards Surveying & Mapping Keys Pet Nanny | Pinders Drilling KLI Shell Lumber | Lisa Frins Dellanos Construction | Doc's Diner Tackle Center of IslamoradaGOLD SPONSOR Historical Preservation Society welcomes Jon Rizzo Lecture delves into South Florida pirates Free Father’s Day movie viewing Health department welcomes new family planning manager BRIEFLY

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20 SAVE THE DATE Thursday, June 15 Saturday, June 17 Sunday, June 18 Monday, June 19 Tuesday, June 20 Reef is a red fox that was saved from a fur farm. He now lives in Key Largo with his human, Nicole Navarro. REEF THE FOXH Russia. He is just Reef Vlad Reef Vlad Reef Vlad Reef Vlad FOX FILESMEET THE RUSSIAN DOMESTICATED FOX VLADVlad the Russian domesticated fox. JABCECC/ContributedT KIT-KAT & CUPCAKE

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21 LE GEND AR Y KEY LARGO CHAMBER OF C OMMERCE & FL ORID A KEY S VISIT OR CENTER inf o@k e ylar gochamber . or g 1 06000 Ov ers e as High w a y , K e y Lar go , FL 330 37WWW .KEYLARGOCHAMBER. ORG MEMBER SPO TLIGHT THANK YOU to the following sponsors for their support of the 47th Annual Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks NEEDED: SPONSORS, VOLUNTEERS AND PARADE ENTRANTS Scan here to register. JIMMY JOHNSON'S BIG CHILL rrfntbnft ROWELL'S WATERFRONT PARK rr ISLAMORADA’S HOME FOR ISLAND FASHION AND STYLEFOR WOMEN, MEN AND CHILDRENCLOTHING SIZES XS TO 3X JEWELRY | SUNGLASSES TRAVEL ACCESSORIES81900 Overseas Hwy. | 305.735.4942 | islamoradamercantile.com | Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. SHOP HERE FOR THE FATHERS IN YOUR LIFE! LETTER TO THE EDITOR YELLING AT THE TV DURING COUNCIL MEETINGSDear Editor, IN OUR VILLAGE ADMINISTRATION? POSED TO PARK? No. 3 — CAN YOU IMAGINE THE UPCOMING BOTTLENECK AT SNAKE APPROVED MORADA COVE DEVELOPMENT? Angie Lucas Islamorada resident

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22 AQUANAUTS TURNED ASTRONAUTS EXHIBIT EXPLORES SPACE TRAVEL & DIVING RELATION Mementos and items from space exploration are dis played to recount the history of space exploration and its nexus to underwater training. JOHN CHRISTOPHER FINE/ ContributedJOHN CHRISTOPHER FINE Visit keysweekly.com for the full story.

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23 know about you? when you’re not working the lottery? If you could meet anyone in the world, dead or alive, who would it be?SPOTLIGHTING THE AMAZING INDIVIDUALS WHO LIVE AND WORK IN THE UPPER KEYSNEIGHBOR OF THE WEEKN of the Keys? If you could improve one thing in the Keys, what would it be? A raven. The title of my autobiography would be? Your favorite movie? Favorite app on your phone? Lockwood Ray FLORIDA KEYS EATS is a Keys native who has a passion for all things food. She runs the local food blog, “Florida Keys Eats.” SAMANTHA DELLILOSTEAK NIGHTKEY LARGO’S C&C WOOD FIRE EATS BRINGS A FINE FILET in an every visit. Steak is served with smashed potatoes with an herb sour cream, a side of charred mato topped with parmesan. SAMANTHA DELLILO/Keys Weekly

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24 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives notice that on 06/30/2023 at 10:00 am, the following vehicle(s) may be sold by public sale at 101500 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037 to satisfy the lien for the amount owed on each vehicle for any recovery, towing, or storage services charges and administrative fees allowed pursuant to Florida statute 713.78. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids. 1GYEC63T84R286617 2004 CADI Publish: June 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Wheatons Towing gives notice that on 07/07/2023 at 10:00 am, the following vehicle(s) may be sold by public sale at 101500 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo, FL 33037 to satisfy the lien for the amount owed on each vehicle for any recovery, towing, or storage services charges and administrative fees allowed pursuant to Florida statute 713.78. Wheatons Towing reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids. 1FAHP2EW0BG154358 2011 FORD 1FTVF14585NA05196 2005 FORD Publish: June 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant F.S. 328.17, United American Lien & Recovery as agent w/ power of attorney will sell the following vessel(s) to the highest bidder. Inspect 1 week prior @ marina; cash or cashier check; all auctions are held w/ reserve; any persons interested ph 954-563-1999. Sale Date: July 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am Location: 3411 NW 9th Ave. #707, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33309 V12973 1972 Gulfstar FL4518FG Hull ID#: 532902 inboard diesel berglass 36ft R/O Leontyne Pyne Davydov Rud Arnshek Lienor: Pilot House Marina, 3 Seagate Blvd., Key Largo, FL 33037 Licensed Auctioneers FLAB422 FLAU765 & 1911 Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Kirk of The Keys, Marathon, FL will receive and open sealed responses for the following: SINGLE FAMILY HOME Details at www.kirkofthekeys/ bid Deadline is July 22, 2023. Publish: June 15, 22 & 29, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at 3:00 P.M., the Monroe County Purchasing Oce will receive and open sealed responses for the following: Pine Channel Nature Park Landscaping Enhancements Monroe County, Florida Pursuant to F.S. 50.0211(3) (a), all published competitive solicitation notices can be viewed at: www. oridapublicnotices.com, a searchable Statewide repository for all published legal notices. Requirements for submission and the selection criteria may be requested from DemandStar at www. demandstar.com OR www. monroecounty-.gov/bids. The Public Record is available upon request. Monroe County Purchasing Department receives bids electronically. Please do not mail or attempt to deliver in person any sealed bids. Mailed/physically delivered bids/proposals/responses WILL NOT be accepted. The Monroe County Purchasing Department hereby directs that bids be submitted via email to: OMB-BIDS@monroecounty-. gov, no later than 3:00P.M., on July 12, 2023. Please submit your condential nancial information in a SEPARATE EMAIL from your bid and required documents. Your subject line on both emails must read as follows: Pine Channel Nature Park Landscaping Enhancements 07-12-2023 Files that do not contain this subject line WILL BE REJECTED. Please note that the maximum le size that will be accepted by email is 25MB. Please plan accordingly to ensure that your bid is not rejected due to the le size. Should your bid documents exceed 25MB, in advance of the bid opening, please email: omb-purchasing@ monroecounty-.gov so accommodations for delivery of your bid can be made prior to the bid opening. Please be advised that it is the bidder’s sole responsibility to ensure delivery of their bid and waiting until the bid opening to address or conrm your bid submission delivery will result in your bid being rejected. The bid opening for this solicitation will be held virtually, via the internet, at 3:00 P.M., on July 12, 2023. You may call in by phone or internet using the following: Join Zoom Meeting https://mcbocc.zoom. us/j/4509326156 Meeting ID: 4509326156 One tap mobile: +16465189805,,4509326156# US (New York) +16699006833,,4509326156# US (San Jose) Dial by your location: +1 646 518 9805 (New York) +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose) Publish: June 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CASE NUMBER: 37-2022-00027673-CU-BC-CTL SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): ROBERT MICK, AN INDIVIDUAL YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: (LO ESTA DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): VAN DYKE & ASSOCIATES, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to le a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plainti. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can nd these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/se!fhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the ling fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not le your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot aord an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprot legal services program. You can locate these nonprot groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 dfas, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su version. Lea la inforrnacion a continuacion. Tiene 30 DIAS DE CALENDARIO despues de que le entreguen esta citacion y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefonica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y mas inforrnacion en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte. ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede mas cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentacion, pida al secretario de la corte que le de un formulario de exencion de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podra quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin mas advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remision a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin nes de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin nes de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifomia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www. sucorte.ca.gov) o poniendose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Par ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperacion de $10,000 o mas de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesion de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y direccion de la corte es): 330 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101 The name, address and telephone number of the plainti’s attorney, or plainti without an attorney is: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Richard S. Van Dyke, Esq., Van Dyke & Associates, APLC, 451 A Street, Suite 600, San Diego, CA 92101, (619) 344-0977 Dated July 15, 2022 By: Gabriel Lopez, Deputy Clerk Publish: June 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NUMBER: 23-CP000030-M DIVISION: MARATHON IN RE: THE ESTATE OF CARL M. BENDIK, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of CARL M. BENDIK, deceased, whose date of death was March 13, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 15, 2023. Persons Giving Notice: AMY B. DUMAS 201 Kensington Trace Canton, Georgia 30115 Attorney for Persons Giving Notice: Christopher B. Waldera, P.A. Christopher B. Waldera Florida Bar No: 980810 Attorney for Personal Representative 5800 Overseas Highway, Suite 7 Marathon, Florida 33050 Telephone: (305) 289-2223 Facsimile: (305) 289-2249 email: chris@cbwpa.com Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 23-CP-78-K IN RE: THE ESTATE OF EDMUND JOHN BENNETT, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of EDMUND JOHN BENNETT, deceased, whose date of death was July 31, 2022, Case: 23-CP-78-K, is pending in the Circuit Court, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, on whom a copy of this notice is served must le their claims with this court WITHIN THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate, including unmatured, contingent or unliquidated claims, must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT SO FILED WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. The date of rst publication of this Notice is: June 15, 2023. Personal Representative: GRETA-MARIE ELIE-BENNETT c/o Samuel J. Kaufman Law Oces of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A. 3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040 Attorney for Personal Representative: Samuel J. Kaufman, Esq. Florida Bar No. 0144304 Law Oces of Samuel J. Kaufman, P.A. 3130 Northside Drive Key West, Florida 33040 Email designation for service: Service.Probate@ samkaufmanlaw.com LEGAL NOTICES MEETING NOTICEMONROE COUNTY LAND AUTHORITYNotice is hereby given that the Governing Board of the Monroe County Land Authority will hold a public hearing on the Amendment of the adopted budget for scal year 2023 on June 21, 2023 at 9:25 a.m. at the Nelson Government Center on Key Largo. A copy of the proposed amended budget is available online at www.monroecounty-.gov or by contacting the Land Authority office at 305-295-5180. ADA ASSISTANCE If you are a person with a disability who needs special accommodations in order to participate in these proceedings, please contact the County Administrator's Oce, by phoning 305-292-4441, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m., no later than ve (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call ”. PUBLIC NOTICE EVALUATION COMMITTEE MEETING CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH CITY HALL PROJECT LOCATION: Key Colony Inn Banquet Room 700 W. Ocean Drive, Key Colony Beach, FL 33051 NOTICE IS GIVEN that on June 28, 2023, at 9:30 AM EST there will be a meeting of an Evaluation Committee for the City of Key Colony Beach, Florida regarding ITB -20230010-2023/DJT “CITY OF KEY COLONY BEACH CITY HALL PROJECT”. The purpose of this public meeting is for the Committee to evaluate and rank all responsive bids received for this project. The public is welcome to attend. Discussion will be limited to members of the Evaluation Committee and staff. Publish: June 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers

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25 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Telephone: (305) 292-3926 Fax: (305) 295-7947 Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 23-CP-90-K IN RE: ESTATE OF LORA JEAN ALBRITTON Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Lora Jean Albritton, deceased, whose date of death was December 15, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, Florida 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 15, 2023. Personal Representative: Karen Martin Gibson 2215 Fogarty Avenue Key West, Florida 33040 Attorney for Personal Representative: Gregory D. Davila, Esq. Florida Bar Number: 0886998 Law Oce of Gregory D. Davila, P.A. 1111 12th Street, Suite 411 Key West, Florida 33040 Telephone: (305) 293-8554 Fax: (305) 294-9913 E-mail: gdavila@ keywestlawoce.com Secondary E-Mail: e-ling@ keywestlawoce.com Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 23-CP-134-K IN RE: ESTATE OF LINDA E. BEST Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of LINDA E. BEST, deceased, whose date of death was April 30, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for MONROE County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 15, 2023. Personal Representative: BRUCE ANTHONY NOWAKOWSKI 20110 Mulberry Knoll Lewes, Delaware 19958 Attorney for Personal Representative: JOHN FERRARI, JR. Attorney Florida Bar No. 111132 Ferrari, Butler & Moneymaker, PLLC 2520 Tamiami Trail North, Suite 11 Nokomis, FL 34275 Telephone: (941) 960-1676 Fax: (941) 296-8656 E-mail: johnf@elderlegal.com Secondary E-mail: pollyb@ elderlegal.com Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers I N THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA UPPER KEYS PROBATE DIVISION CASE NO.: 23-CP-000053-P IN RE: ESTATE OF JOHN W. EAGLE, JR., Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of JOHN W. EAGLE, JR., deceased, whose date of death was October 26, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88770 Overseas Highway, Suite 2, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 15, 2023. Personal Representative: KAREN EAGLE 15 Cindy Place Key Largo, FL 33037 Attorney for Personal Representative: VICTORIA MIRANDA, ESQ. Florida Bar No. 1015363 HERSHOFF, LUPINO & YAGEL, LLP 88539 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL 33070 E-Mail: VMiranda@HLYlaw. com Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 23-CP-000129-K IN RE: ESTATE OF MARK B. POTTLE Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of Mark B. Pottle, deceased, whose date of death was March 26, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 500 Whitehead Street, Key West, FL 33040. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 15, 2023. Personal Representative: Patricia G. Pottle 3827 McFarlane Drive Tallahassee, Florida 32303 Attorney for Personal Representative: Robert A. Pierce Attorney Florida Bar No. 0175399 AUSLEY & MCMULLEN P.A. 123 S. Calhoun Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 Telephone: (850) 224-9115 Fax: (850) 222-7560 E-mail: bpierce@ausley.com Secondary E-mail: spelham@ ausley.com Publish: June 15 & 22, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 23-CP-29-M DIVISION: MARATHON IN RE: ESTATE OF CAROLE DIANNE RHODES A/K/A C. DIANNE RHODES Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of CAROLE DIANNE RHODES A/K/A C. DIANNE RHODES, deceased, whose date of death was April 20, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 3117 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050. The names and addresses of the personal representatives and the personal representatives’ attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN FLORIDA STATUTES SECTION 733.702 WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 8, 2023. Personal Representatives: Lori LeAnn Ferguson-Harvey 147 NW 466 P Road Clinton, Missouri 64735 Jon Robert Ferguson 31734 133rd Trail Road Nelson, Missouri 65347 Attorney for Personal Representatives: Robert K. Miller, Esq. Attorney Florida Bar Number: 359173 Cunningham Miller Rhyne PA 10075 Overseas Hwy PO Box 500938 Marathon, FL 33050 Telephone: (305) 743-9428 Fax: (305) 743-8800 E-Mail: service@oridakeyslaw. com Secondary E-Mail: rmiller@ oridakeyslaw.com Publish: June 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2023-CP-65-P IN RE: ESTATE OF MICHAEL LANSING GAYLORD Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of MICHAEL LANSING GAYLORD, deceased, whose date of death was December 3, 2022, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 8, 2023. Personal Representative: PAUL ASHLEY GAYLORD CMR 460 Box 441 APO, AE 09752 Attorney for Personal Representatives: URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com Secondary Email: ujwplawrm@ yahoo.com Florida Bar No. 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, Florida 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5065 Publish: June 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE SIXTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION FILE NO.: 2023-CP-60-P IN RE: ESTATE OF CHRISTOPHER CHARLES UHLAND Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS The administration of the estate of CHRISTOPHER CHARLES UHLAND, deceased, whose date of death was January 25, 2023, is pending in the Circuit Court for Monroe County, Florida, Probate Division, the address of which is 88820 Overseas Highway, Plantation Key, FL 33070. The names and addresses of the personal representative and the personal representative’s attorney are set forth below. All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate on whom a copy of this notice is required to be served must le their claims with this court ON OR BEFORE THE LATER OF 3 MONTHS AFTER THE TIME OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE OR 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF SERVICE OF A COPY OF THIS NOTICE ON THEM. All other creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against decedent’s estate must le their claims with this court WITHIN 3 MONTHS AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILED WITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SECTION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOREVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. The date of rst publication of this notice is: June 8, 2023. Personal Representative: SUSAN L. MILLER 138 Mockingbird Rd. Tavernier, FL 33070 Attorney for Personal Representatives: URBAN J. W. PATTERSON, ESQ. Email: ujwplaw@gmail.com Secondary Email: ujwplawrm@ yahoo.com Florida Bar No. 382035 Urban J. W. Patterson, P.A. P.O. Box 783 Islamorada, Florida 33036 Telephone: 305-664-5065 Publish: June 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICES Eective June 27th, 2023, HCA Healthcare’s Miami International Cardiology OFFICE PRACTICE, located at 100460 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037 will be closing. Eective June 27th, 2023, Dr. Bruce Boros will no longer be aliated with HCA Miami International Cardiology-Key Largo, located at 100460 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037. Our Mercy cardiology practice is open for your patient care needs. The practice is located at 3683 South Miami Avenue, Suite 500, Miami, FL 33133. Please call the Mercy oce at (305) 285-5666 to schedule an appointment. You may also contact your insurance carrier or primary care physician for a list of behavioral health providers in the area. Your oce medical records will be maintained at 3801 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33137. To obtain your oce medical records, please feel free to call 305-571-0620. Publish: May 25, June 1, 8 & 15, 2023 The Weekly Newspapers

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26 Explore the Upper Keys Docked at Key Largo Holiday Inn MM 99 Oceanside 305.451.4655 adventure@keylargoprincess.com Daily at 10 a.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m.GLASS BOTTOM BOAT Two-hour CruisesBAR SERVICE & LIGHTSNACKS AVAILABLE AFRO ROOTS CONCLUDES 25TH SEASON IN ISLAMORADA A — Keys Weekly staff report GROOVING TO THE TUNES1. The group Cordatdito performs during the 2023 Afro Roots Festival. 2. Miamiblanco brings the tunes to the beer garden. 3. A Cortadito band member plays the trumpet. 4. The band Grupo Barrio Abajo performs at the beer garden at Florida Keys Brewing Co. 5. Johnny Dread and Tomas Diaz hug following a performance. Photos by Doug Finger. Full gallery at keysweekly.com. 1 2 3 4 5

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27 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 AUTOS WANTED EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT AUTOS ALL YEARS! Junk or Used Cars, Vans, Trucks. Runs or Not. $CASH 305-332-0483 BOAT SLIP FOR RENTBoat Dockage for rent in Marathon. Private bay bottom, up to 40' boat, self containing, oshore water, car & dingy parking provided. 305-928-9057 EMPLOYMENT HEALTH INSURANCE NAVIGATOR Enrollment Assistance, Outreach, Education and Community Events. Paid Training and equipment. Bi-lingual a plus. Call 305-767-3883 MEDICAL ASSISTANT. Doctor's oce, KL. PT ex hrs, perfect for student or retiree. Salary commensurate with experience, but willing to train. Send resume to drsusanamay@ gmail.com or fax to 305-852-8672. City of Marathon Current Job Openings: Right of Way Technician. Full Benets. EOE Please see City website for details www. ci.marathon.fl.us Groundskeeper/ Maintenance person, KCB, Sea Isle Condominium, 20 40 hrs. per week, $24 per hr., apply by e-mail to HardingThomasL@ aol.com, text or call 734-476-0531. The Cabana Club, an ocean front private swim club is seeking a Customer-Service Oriented Server for the pool deck, beach and/ or bar lounge. Open year round, 10am-7pm daily. Small friendly sta. Above average hourly wage plus tips. Apply in person at 425 E. Ocean Dr. Key Colony Beach or call 404-2193359 and ask for Dave. Immediate openings for experienced plumbers and helpers (with or without experience we will train the right person). Must have a valid driver's license & clean driving record. Please apply in person at 10700 5th Avenue Gulf, Marathon or email resume to: eerpinc@gmail.com Boat rental company in Marathon needs an Outboard Mechanic. Some general marina work, and boat experience a plus. Call 305-481-7006 Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder now hiring Guest Service Representative responsibilities include assisting guests at our Key Largo and Islamorada locations, making reservations and/or answering questions over phone and in-person, taking and processing photos, and checking-in and out guests visiting our facility. To apply, please send your resume to andreaw@dpmmr.org. MAINTENANCE POSITION w/ busy Non-profit. FT with benets. Longterm position w/room for growth. Valid DL required. Must have maintenance or related experience, computer skills and relate well with people. Very physical position, heavy lifting, heat, etc. Drug-free workplace. EOE Please send resume and cover letter to sholt@fkoc. org NO phone calls. The Housing Authority of the City of Key West now hiring the following positions: Cook, Maintenance Administrative Assistant (bilingual preferred) Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance Worker), Med Tech (caregiver), and Grounds Caretaker. To apply, please contact Human Resources at: martinezm@kwha.org or 305-296-5621 Applications are available at the Administrative Oce located at 1400 Kennedy Dr., Key West, FL 33040 or online at www. kwha.org EOE & Drug Free Work Place. This opportunity is covered under Section 3 of the HUD Act of 1968. NOW HIRING: Sweet Savannah's is now hiring for multiple positions: Cashier must be 16 yrs or older, Full-time Baker & Part-time Baker's Assistant. Stop by for an application at 8919 Overseas Highway, Marathon or email: info@ sweetsavannahs.com Place your Employment Ad here for $25.00/week for up to ve lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today! COLLECTIBLES PRIVATE COLLECTOR WANTS Rolex, Dive Watches and Pilot Watches. Old Model Military Clocks & Watches. Call 305-743-4578 HOUSING FOR RENT 2 Bedroom 1 Bath in Marathon. Tile, carpet, appliances, gated property. No pets. $2400/ mo. 305-610-8002 LOT FOR SALE Oceanside-Lot with building permit in Tavernier $399K OBO 305-933-9594 Owner-Agent [3% to selling oce] RV LOT FOR RENT RV Site for rent in Marathon. Up to 35', private gated property. $1,500/mo + utilities. Dockage wavailable inquire for price. 305-610-8002 up to ve lines of copy. Call 305-743-0844 today! SERVICES OFFERED Registered Nurse available to help with your home health care needs. In-home care assistance is also available. Local references. 305-5870892. Please call and leave message or text. YARD SALES Moving Sale: Saturday, June 17 8am to 3pm. 900 84th Street Ocean, Marathon. No early birds please! Books and household goods. No furniture or shing equipment. Please call 305-731-0771 with any questions. EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION T&D ELECTRICAL ENGINEERStarting pay rate for this position, depending on qualifications and experience: $108,332/annually $111,365/annually For more information, including job duties and required qualifications, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com. KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace. Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Executive Department: SUBSTATION ELECTRICIANStarting pay rate for this position, depending on qualications and experience: $40.35/hr. $45.19/hr. For more information, including job duties and required qualications, and to apply for the job, please visit their website at www.KeysEnergy.com. KEYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KEYS promotes a Drug-Free Workplace.Certain service members, veterans, the spouses and family members of service members and veterans, receive preference and priority in employment, and are encouraged to apply for positions being lled. Keys Energy Services, in Key West, Florida, is accepting applications for the following position in its Transmission & Distribution Department: TRUCK DRIVERS CDL CLASS AWe are hiring CDL CLASS A Drivers, Monday-Friday with overtime available. Hazmat not needed.Apply at Charley Toppino & Sons, Inc. 129 Toppino Industrial Dr., Key West (ask for Cheryl) 305-296-5606 ext 126. DUI EVALUATOR/ INSTRUCTORThe Advocate DUI Program is hiring for part time positions. DUI instructors and evaluators 2 days a week, Bachelors or Masters degree in substance abuse eld required. Bilingual preferred, not required. Ofce located in Marathon. Contact Marcia at 305-704-0117. MARATHON GARBAGE SERVICEWe are now hiring for the following positions:Diesel Mechanic Truck Helpers CDL DriversApplicants must apply in person to be considered.4290 Overseas Hwy, Marathon MAINTENANCE POSITION WITH BUSY NONPROFIT FT with benefits. Long-term position w/room for growth. Valid DL required. Must have maintenance or related experience, computer skills and relate well with people. Very physical position, heavy lifting, heat, etc. Drug-free workplace, EOE. Please send resume and cover letter to sholt@fkoc.org. No phone calls. SUDOKU SOLUTION

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28 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 EXPERIENCED ELECTRICIANS AND HELPERS NEEDEDExperience is required. Must have a valid driver’s license. We offer 401K, medical insurance, paid holidays and paid vacation. Positions available in Key West and Marathon. 305-292-3369 • FULL TIME PROJECT MANAGER • CARPENTERS & LABORERS • EQUIPMENT OPERA TOR • ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Must have valid Driver s License & T ransportation Location: Upper KeysSend r esume to: admin@cbtconstruct.com Or call: 305-852-3002 IS HIRING! rfnThis position is available at our Adult Day program. This position provides direct care service and support to our clients in the day program. This position requires the minimum of high school completion or GED. English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. FL Driver’s license w/clean driving record, pre-employment training online and in person. Ability to pass a Level II background screening and references. EOE. Apply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32 IS HIRING!PLANT STORE MANAGER TRAINEE MARC is looking for a 40-hr/wk. Manager Trainee. Good social/business skills, above average computer skills required (knowledge of POS a plus). Knowledge of tropical plants helpful. Requires a lot of manual labor and must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. FL driver’s license w/good driving record, references and background screening required. EOE Apply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32 NOW HIRINGIN ISLAMORADA BOAT RENTAL STAFF FLEXIBLE HOURS & COMPETITIVE WAGES Need to have experience driving boats and a working knowledge of the Islamorada area by water. Duties include taking reservations, giving captains lessons and routine boat maintenance. Email Ma at eliteboatrentalsma@gmail.com. Please include contact information and any relevant experience. IS HIRING!DIRECT CARE STAFF GROUP HOMES 24/7 FT/PT MARC is looking for Direct Care Staff – Group Homes 24/7 (FT/PT). Position requires a minimum of high school completion and 1 yr. exp. or 1 yr. college. English language, speaking and writing, proficiency is a must. FL driver’s license w/good driving record, references and background screening required. EOEApply at the MARC office, 1401 Seminary Street, Key West – or online at www.marchouse.org. For more information, please contact hr@marchouse.org, phone: 305-294-9526 *32 Apply in person at Sunset Grille & Raw Bar, SUNSET GRILLE IS HIRING• Hosts • Waitstaff • Bartenders • Bar Backs • Bussers • Line Cooks • Dishwashers Please contact April at 305.407.3262 or april@floridakeysaquariumencounters.com for more information. 11710 OVERSEAS HWY, MARATHONNOW HIRING DIVE INSTRUCTOR e Turtle Hospital in MarathonJoin our team! Full and part-time r fntbt tntfb brnb tnb s weets avannahs.c om | 30 57 4 3-3 13 1 | 8 919 O/s HWY | mm 5 1.8 | F l orid a Ke y sNOW HIRING OPEN D AIL Y Mond a y-Thursd a y 11am-9pm Frid a y & S a turd a y 11am-10pm ON THE JOB TRAINING! Part time or full time positions available. Flexible hours if needed. $18 per hr. starting wage. Great atmosphere. Email kate@sweetsavannahs.com for more details. Also, hiring for summer CASHIER/ICE CREAM SCOOPER positions. Great hourly pay plus tips. Ideal job for high schooler or intern! High School Scholarships available. STOP BY TODAY F OR AN APPLICATION. Sweet Savannah’sIS HIRING BAKERS DOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS HIRING Dolphin Research Center has Full-Time/Part-Time, Permanent/Temporary Gift Shop positions that involve direct contact with our visitors & is another opportunity to ensure they leave DRC with a happy & positive experience. Some of the duties involve; being familiar with all merchandise in the selling area, suggest specific merchandise & offer product advise. Walk around the grounds and see dolphins every day. Job description available at www.dolphins.org. E-mail your resume and a DRC application to drc-hr@dolphins.org. EOE58901 O/S Hwy Grassy Ke y , FL T eaching... Learning... Caring NOW HIRING FT FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT MARATHON, FL Duties to include invoice a nd inventory entry, booking airline shipments, creating and ling paperwork for i nternational shipments, scheduling inspections needed for i nternational shipments, customer communication and tracking, creating and maintaining customer accounts and some customer service. Must be procient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel. This position requires high attention to detail and the ability to multitask. Compensation w i l l be dependent on experience. Benets package including vacation, sick days, holidays and 401K PSP retirement plan. Please send cover letter and resume to sales@dynastymarine.net for consideration. No phone calls please. dynastymarine.net

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29 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 • CLASSIFIEDS, PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES • 305.743.0844 OPENINGS AVAILABLETAVERNIER MARINERS HOSPITALEnvironmental Tech, $5,000 Sign-on Bonus* Line Cook Medical Technologist, $15,000 Sign-on Bonus* Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Sign-on Bonus* Patient Experience Advocate Pool Physical Therapist Registered Nurse, up to $25,000 Sign-on Bonus* Registered Respiratory Therapist, up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus*MARATHON FISHERMEN’S COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Cook, $5,000 Sign-on Bonus* Emergency Dept Team Coordinator Environmental Tech, $5,000 Sign-on Bonus* Lead Med Technologist, $15,000 Sign-on Bonus* Medical Technologist, $15,000 Sign-on Bonus* Multi-Modality Imag Tech, $9,000 Sign-on Bonus* Nurse Manager, Emergency Dept, $20,000 Sign-on Bonus* Nurse Practitioner Patient Experience Advocate Pool Physical Therapist Registered Nurse, up to $25,000 Sign-on Bonus* Sanitation Technician Security OfcerAll qualied applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. * Sign-on bonuses are available only for select full-time positions based on candidate experience. APPLY AND LEARN MOREcareers.baptisthealth.net or call 786-243-8507 “Uplif ting the human spir it sinc e 1973”T he Guidanc e/C ar e C en t er , I nc . a division ofBackground and drug screen req. COMPETITIVE PAY! EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS!!! Check out all available positions at: www.westcare.com (search by zip code) EEOC/DFWP THE GUID ANCE/C ARE CENTER, Inc .IS HIRING!KEY LARGOBehavioral Health Counselor (Children) Crisis CounselorKEY WESTBehavioral Health Therapist (Child, Adult) Behavioral Health Counselor (Children) Crisis Counselor Case Managers (Adult, Forensic, Children) *Advocate (PT only) Substance Abuse Counselor Peer Support SpecialistMARATHONPrevention Specialist (or KW) Care Coordinator Behavioral Health Therapist (Child, Adult) RNs 3 shifts (also Per Diem) Maintenance Specialist *Behavioral Health Technicians 3 shifts (also Per Diem) *Support Worker – Assisted Living *No experience required for these positions. Will train. A caring heart & helpful hands required. GCC oers excellent benets for full-time employment, but we realize some would prefer part-time to enjoy the Florida Keys lifestyle more. All positions can be considered for full or part-time unless notated. Apply at westcare.com and enter your availability. rf r f f f f f n r n t t n r t f f b f f fnfbttt ffff f f t f f n f n r f r t r n r f r n f r r n n r f r n n r f r ‘ r n f r bnttffffDOLPHIN RESEARCH CENTER IS HIRING Open interviews Monday – Friday from 11am to 4pm at Oceanside Safari. Located at MM 73.5 right on the ocean at Caloosa Cove Marina, 73814 Overseas Highway, Islamorada. NOW HIRING FOH: HOSTS, SERVERS & BARTENDERSGreat pay, benets and perks. We oer a stable 40 hrs-per-week to our hourly employees, and more hours if you want! Part-time positions available if you are looking for a second job, or after-school job. We have re-opened as a brand-new full-service restaurant & bar, with a full kitchen with all brand new equipment, a beautiful bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and a beachfront lounge on our own private beach. COME JOIN US!**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer** Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge, 786-626-6124 73814 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, FL 33036Oceanside Safari Restaurant & Lounge in Islamorada is NOW OPEN and serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Apply Today KeysBank.com/Careers EOE • M/F/V/D Member FDIC KeyWest Benefits

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